Columbus El vs Post El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 98 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus El
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
798 students
Post El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
798 students
| Measure | Columbus El Columbus, Texas | Post El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2252 of 4,686 | #2507 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #28595 of 50,301 | #30437 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 798 | 798 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 798 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.5% | 76.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 46% |
| city | Columbus | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbus El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 42.3).
- •Columbus El does better on math proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •Post El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Columbus El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 76.1%).
- •Post El does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus El better than Post El?
On the Success Index (US), Columbus El ranks higher (45.0 vs 42.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Columbus El and Post El?
About 98 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus El: 798. Post El: 798. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus El and Post El rank in Texas?
Columbus El is 2252nd of 4,686 and Post El is 2507th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).